Obituary
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Michael Roy “DJ Mike”, announce his peaceful passing on Tuesday August 30, 2022 at Bobby’s Hospice. Mike was born on June 12, 1957 in Saint John to the late Margaret (McCauley) Roy.
Mike was hardworking and held many jobs over the years that included delivering papers, working at Venus Electric and with Brentwood Towers as a superintendent; his true passion however was DJing. DJ Mike was recognized all over town for his DJing skills and shared his passion over the years at birthday parties, school dances, garage parties, weddings, the former Hideaway, Brian’s and 3-Mile bars and most recently at the Grove Lounge. He was friendly, outgoing, a devoted family man and loved the outdoors, playing guitar and his feline companions.
He will be deeply missed by his son Mike (Haley) Roy; daughters Debbie (Carl) Cameron, Sara (Matt) Copeland and Ashley Trecartin; brothers Brian (Theresa) Roy and Paul (Patricia) Roy; sisters Linda McInnis and Lori Roy; grandchildren Emma, Mikey, Mattie, Marshall, Paisley; aunt Carol Chisholm; the mothers’ of his children, Lise Prevost and Tammy Roy; brother-in-law Gilles Prevost, sister and brother-in-law Tina and Scott Worden and chosen brother Kevin Crossman; several nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews that he adored and many friends.
The family would like to express their gratitude to Mike’s work friends from the Grove Lounge who were like family to him and always supported and cared for him throughout his illness.
Arrangements are under the direction of Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road. Although there will be no visitation or funeral service, Mike’s family invites you to join in his final ride to St. Joseph’s Cemetery where he will be laid to rest on Saturday September 10, 2022 at 9am. All attending are asked to meet at the home of Brian and Theresa (735 Hillcrest Road, Saint John) by 8:30am to join the funeral procession. For those who wish, donations in his memory may be made to the Bobby’s Hospice or Romero House.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Mike Roy June 12 1957 August 30 2022 (age 65)..
Death notice for the town of: Saint-John, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick